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Sculptural response to classic-with-a twist bathroom
The aptly named slipper bath provides a focal point at one end of this long ensuite. Traditional, but not quite, the tub is a perfect response to the wider home’s classic-with-a-twist ...
Several elements visually downplay this generous home's presence to the street
Interesting and varied window shapes, a facade that steps in and out, and cladding in Turkish marble, white plaster and bronze fins all combine to make t...
Not all luxury apartments have generous access – here's one way to overcome that
For this high-end apartment makeover, there was limited access via a single modest elevator. In response, every new component – granite benchtops incl...
Apartment living and outdoor living come together in this highrise environment
Skyscraper living and gardening don't always go together – but here is an attractive exception. Dropping your garden trowel could have disastrous consequ...
This mountain home hedges its bets in terms of heating strategies
An internal open-air courtyard brings sunlight and warmth into the heart of this home while a contemporary black radiator offers an indoor heating option – one of severa...
A practical element takes feature status in this bathroom
Nothing says elegance like gleaming copper against dark tilework, as exampled in this bathroom design. The chevron-pattern tiles in the bath wall niche are further accentuated by...
Designing a new kitchen? Here's one way to make the most of your endeavours
Often separated in styles, a family-friendly kitchen can be equally well suited to entertaining. This kitchen has a large island with bench seating while the...
Bold carpet adds a graphic element to this new family home
Triangular patterns on this carpet – and cushions – play off the angular gabled roof of this new home, while adding a touch of fun to the family room. Find out more about this n...
Slatted timber cladding gives this home a new lease of life
This home underwent a major facelift to give its dated exterior a stylish new look. The combination of fresh cladding and a staggered street front façade add interest to the ov...
4 ways to make your living area feel more spacious
The next best thing to having more spacious interiors is looking like you have more spacious interiors. Here are four ways to visually grow your interior without a major renovation. Alrea...
Why bifold doors were a clever choice for this living room
The new living room of this renovated home is bookended by two bifold doors to create the most seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Click to find out more about this major makeover pro...
A grey stone shower sits in the gabled ceiling of this heritage home
This brand new upstairs bathroom was introduced as part of a heritage-sensitive renovation of an 1850s coach-house. The grey colour choice creates a wonderful contra...